To create an economy that consumes less carbon in the future, farmers can contribute a lot to this. This is especially true in Alberta since it has the boreal forest and grasslands, which are 2 crucial carbon sinks. Moreover, this is where ⅓ of Canada’s agricultural land is. You can also find here some of the greatest solar and wind energy resources.
Many people see solutions to climate issues as a burden in their daily lives. However, farming is one of these solutions. Besides resolving climate issues, farming also offers a lot of benefits such as better soil fertility, more economic opportunities, better management of ...
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Sustainable Livelihoods and Rural Development
How Digital Literacy Grants Are Transforming Alberta’s Rural Farms
Apply for the Community Futures Digital Literacy Program available across…
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Regional Water Conservation
Why Alberta Farmers Are Switching to Gravimetric Soil Moisture Testing
Measure soil moisture accurately by collecting a soil sample, weighing…
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Sustainable Supply Chains
Why Social Equity Could Save Your Farm’s Supply Chain
A sustainable supply chain means every step of getting your…
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Renewable Energy Integration
Why EPA Biodiesel Standards Matter More Than Ever for Canadian Farmers
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency sets the regulatory framework that…
